Valentine’s Day is here once again, and the Queen City is feelin’ the love. We’ve gathered a list of events going on across Cincinnati for the special holiday. There’s a little something for everyone — the foodies, the beer enthusiasts, for your gal pals, the art lovers, the Jazz enjoyers, something for our furry friends and even for those who are are feeling a little more bitter toward the day of love. We’ve got you covered.
Valentine’s Day at Hotel Covington 5-9 p.m. Feb. 14. $55. Hotel Covington, 638 Madison Ave., Covington The Valentine’s Day prix fixe menu at Hotel Covington feature a three-course menu created by chef Mitch Arens with options like oyster soup, seared salmon, coffee-crusted Denver steak and saffron risotto. Photo: Hailey Bollinger
Love Bash: Speed Dating & Stoplight Party 7 p.m.-1 a.m. Feb. 14. Queen City Radio, 222 W. 12th St., Over-the-Rhine No Valentine? No problem? Experience the love in the air at Queen City Radio’s Speed Dating & Stoplight Party this Valentine’s Day. If you didn’t connect with someone during the speed dating, stay for the after party, wearing your current relationship status. Green being single, yellow being ask me, and red being taken. Photo: Patty Salas
Cupid’s Undie Run — Cincinnati Noon-4 p.m. Feb. 9. $45-$50. Mount Adams Pavilion, 949 Pavilion St., Mount Adams During this event, there will be a “brief” mile-ish run to find a cure for neurofibromatosis (NF), a genetic tumor disorder that can affect 1 in every 3,000 births. The dress code encourages wearing nothing but undies for the run, but it’s not required. Photo via Facebook.com/CupidsUndieRunEventPage
Valentine’s Dinner at the Taft Museum of Art 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Feb. 16. $94-$107. Taft Museum of Art, 316 Pike St., Downtown Celebrate the art of love during a delicious meal at the Taft Museum of Art. Admire art and enjoy a four-course meal with four specially chosen wine pairings. Price includes four courses and selected wine. Additional alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free alternatives must be ordered 7 days in advance. Photo: Hailey Bollinger
Valentine’s Day at Urban Axes 6-10 p.m. Feb. 14. Urban Axes, 2010 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine If you want to try something new this Valentine’s Day, try axe-throwing at Urban Axes, where $50 gets you and your plus-one an hour-long session and a drink. How axe-citing! Photo via Facebook.com/UrbanAxes
My Furry Valentine Noon-6 p.m. Feb. 9 and 10; early admission 10 a.m.-noon Feb. 9. $5 general admission; free 5 and under; $25 early bird. Sharonville Convention Center, 11355 Chester Road, Sharonville Bring a new Valentine home from the area’s largest animal adoption event, My Furry Valentine. This event showcases hundreds of adoptable animals — dogs, cats, puppies, kittens, small critters — from multiple rescues and shelter groups.. What better way to celebrate love than to adopt your purr-fect pet and bring them to their fur-ever home? Photo: Brittany Thornton
Cincy is for Lovers: A Valentine’s Day Cabaret at Bromwell’s Härth Lounge 8:30 p.m. Feb. 14. $25-$45. Bromwell’s Härth Lounge, 125 W. Fourth St., Downtown Queen City Cabaret celebrates love with this tour of popular love songs throughout history. Proudly featuring former Broadway Casting Director and Cincinnati native, Eric Byrd, this love-themed evening will be one you won’t forget. Photo via Facebook.com/HarthLoungeCinci
Braxton Galentine’s Day Brunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Feb. 10. $45. Braxton Brewing Co., 27 W. Seventh St., Covington On Feb. 10, Braxton hosts a Galentine’s Day brunch in their loft. If you’re not in the know, Galentine’s Day originated on the show Parks and Recreation and celebrates female friendship, hence the “gal” part of the word. The brunch will feature mimosas (duh), a Taste of Belgium-catered waffle and crepe bar and Braxton beers. Photo: Hailey Bollinger
Flowers, Chocolate, and Romance at Krohn Conservatory 10-5 p.m. daily Feb. 9-14. $4 adults; $2 children. Krohn Conservatory, 1501 Eden Park Drive, Mount Adams All you need is love… but a little chocolate doesn’t hurt. Krohn Conservatory is having a chocolate educational exhibit as a part of the Fabulous Foliage show. Each day features special programming and daily crafts all having to do with chocolate. Photo: Paige Deglow
Galentine’s Day at the BonBonerie 7-8:30 p.m. Feb. 13. $50 a person. The BonBonerie, 2030 Madison Road, O’Bryonville Celebrate your gal friendships at BonBonerie with a light dinner, signature cocktails and beverages, and by decorating your own cupcake to enjoy the event and one to take home. Photo: Hailey Bollinger Photo: Hailey Bollinger
Valentine’s Day Dinner Party at Schwartz’s Point Jazz & Acoustic Club 6:30-10:30 p.m. Feb. 14. $29-$34. Schwartz’s Point Jazz & Acoustic Club, 1901 Vine St., Over-the-Rhine All we really need is love and music. Experience both at Schwartz’s Point, where you’ll be taken away by the voice of Emily Grace Jordan, along with some of the best Jazz musicians in the city and a delectable dinner buffet. Pre-order tickets or tickets available day of event. Photo via Facebook.com/SchwartzsPoint
March First Brewing Valentine’s Day Food and Beer Pairing 5:30-7 p.m. Feb. 14. $30. March First Brewing and Distilling, 7885 E. Kemper Road, Blue Ash On Valentine’s Day, March First will host a four-course beer and food pairing dinner. The menu includes Reuben-style pork belly sliders, whoopie pies and arancini. Photo: Hailey Bollinger
Paw Print Valentine’s at Lola’s Downtown 4-7 p.m. Feb. 11. $11-$26. Lola’s Coffee + Bar, 24 W. Third St., Downtown Grab your pup and head to Lola’s this Valentine’s Day to celebrate your love for your furry friend. The happy hour will feature a special craft for guests to create a colorful paw print Valentine, only paying for the canvas. There will be a special cocktail for humans, and a non-alcoholic beverage option as well as treats for your pet. One dollar from each valentine will benefit the American Veterinary Medical Foundation. Free admission. Register Online. Photo via Facebook.com/LolasCincy
Sliders and Pints at Streetside 6-8:30 p.m. Feb. 14. $28. Streetside Brewery, 4003 Eastern Ave., East End On V-Day, Streetside and Street Chef Brigade will team up for a special dinner. For $28 per person, you get four sliders and two pints of beers. Look, it’s better than dining at White Castle (which is also hosting its annual Valentine’s Day dinner, with tableside service). Photo: Scott Dittgen
Maple in the Moonlight at Hamilton County Parks — Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve 7-9 p.m. Feb. 15. $10. Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve 3455 Poole Road, Colerain Farbach-Werner Nature Preserve is hosting Maple in the Moonlight event where after you finish an after-dark hike, cozy up fireside and enjoy maple tastings with local music. Then, work on a maple syrup-inspired project to take home to honor the special day. $10 registration in advance by Feb. 10. Photo via greatparks.org/calendar
Valenswine’s Day Singles Night 3-10:30 p.m. Feb. 14. Free admission. Swine City Brewing, 4614 Industry Drive, Fairfield Don’t have someone special? Then check out Swine City’s Valenswine’s Day singles night on Feb. 14. Singles get $1 off pints and the opportunity to either try to hook up with someone or cry into their beer. Photo via Facebook.com/SwineCityBrewing
Love on the Rocks: An Opera Valentine’s Day Party 6-8 p.m. Feb. 14. $30. Richter & Phillips Jewelers, 601 Main St., Downtown This Valentine’s Day, try your new favorite cocktail – Love on the Rocks. Watch excerpts from Romeo and Juliet performed by the Cincinnati Shakespeare Company and get access to the staff of Richter & Phillips (in case you’re in search of a special kind of rock), a dating coach if your love life could use some spicing up, an open bar and light bites. Photo via Facebook.com/RichterAndPhillips
Wine Dinner Event at The Phoenix 7 p.m. Feb. 14. The Phoenix, 812 Race St., Downtown Let a brilliant wall of Tiffany stained glass windows set your Valentine’s Day over the top in the Archway Ballroom at The Phoenix. Enjoy in a four-course meal with your significant other at the annual Wine Dinner Event. Space is limited. Pre-paid reservations no later than Feb. 10. Photo via Facebook.com/ThePhoenixCincinnati
Sweet Harmony – Rhinegeist Beer and Dessert Pairing 7:-10 p.m. Feb. 14. Rhinegeist, 1910 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine Satisfy both your sweet tooth and your beer cravings at Rhinegeist for a beer and dessert pairing. Tasty desserts provided by local sweet shops will be perfectly matched with Rhinegeist beer, with bonus live music and a photobooth. Limited number of tickets available. Photo via Facebook.com/Rhinegeist
Braxton Beer Lovers Dinner 6:30-9:30 p.m. Feb. 13. $50. Braxton Brewing Co., 27 W. Seventh St., Covington Come to Braxton on Feb. 13 for a Beer Lovers Dinner, featuring food from neighboring Peppe Cucina Italian deli. The menu includes a pour of Braxton’s new Tropic Flare, a triple dry-hopped New England-style IPA, and a Graeter’s Black Raspberry Chocolate Chip beer float with pie crust topper for dessert. Photo: Hailey Bollinger
Darkotica – Dark Valentine’s Day! 9 p.m.-2:30 a.m. Feb. 14. $7 under 21; free 21 and over. Mixwells Northside, 3935 Spring Grove Ave., Northside Darkotica is Cincinnati’s longest-running Goth night. There will be music and a costume contest for you and your horror-able date and a prize for the winner. Enjoy the best in industrial, EBM, and dark alternative at Mixwells in Northside. Doors open at 9. Identification required. Photo via Facebook.com/DarkoticaEventPage
Valentine’s Day Party at Mio Vino 5-10 p.m. Feb. 14. Free Admission. Mio Vino, 7908 Blue Ash Road, Deer Park Kick back at Mio Vino for a Valentine’s Day party with free appetizers and a chocolate fountain. Every woman will be treated with a complimentary rose. Photo via Facebook.com/MioVinoMicroWinery
Anti Valentine’s Party at Energy Night Club 10 p.m. Feb. 9. Free before 10:30 p.m.. Energy Night Club, 700 W. Pete Rose Way, Downtown If you aren’t feelin’ the love this Valentine season, head over to Energy Night Club. For free admission before 10:30 p.m., bring an item of your ex’s to burn in a firepit and let the bad memories go! Music featuring DJ SAB. Doors open at 10 p.m. Photo via Facebook.com/EnergyCincy
Galentine’s Day Ladies Night at Analog Coffee Bar 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Feb. 13. $22. Carabello Coffee, 107 E. Ninth St., Newport Enjoy some delicious coffee and some tasty treats from Memorie Makers with your ladies this Galentine’s Day. There will be a photo area for you to capture the moment, a special gift and a ton of fun. Photo: Hailey Bollinger
Valentine’s Day at Memorial Hall 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Feb. 14. $65 a person. Memorial Hall, 1225 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine >br>O Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo? Memorial Hall is hosting a Romeo and Juliet-themed four-course dinner to celebrate the day of love. The night will be filled with wine (non-poisonous), cocktails, music, Shakespearean actors and delectable food. Elias Leisring of Eli’s Barbeque will work his skills on the wood-fired grill along with chef Christian Gill of Boomtown Biscuits & Whiskey, who has been featured on the Food Network. $65 per person. Limited availability. Photo: Hailey Bollinger
Galentine’s Day: A Night of Celebrating Ladies by Cincinnati Magazine in OTR 5-8 p.m. Feb. 13. OTR Surround yourself with ladies celebrating ladies for a Galentine’s Day filled with sipping and shopping from local businesses in OTR and nibbling on small bites. Free event, but registration required. Photo: Hailey Bollinger
Valentine’s Dinner at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden 6:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Feb. 9, 10 and 14. $200 per couple. Cincinnati Zoo, 3400 Vine St., Avondale Get a little wild this Valentine’s Day at the Cincinnati Zoo. Cozy up with your special someone, experience animal encounters, learn about the “Wild Side of Love” and enjoy a romantic meal with a complimentary champagne toast. Photo via cincinnatizoo.org
Singin’ in the Rain at The Mini Microcinema 7-10 p.m. Feb. 14. Free admission; $5 suggested donation. The Mini Microcinema, 1329 Main St., Over-the-Rhine Come down to the Mini Microcinema for a special showing of Singin’ in the Rain. Spend your Valentine’s night dancing and singing along to this classic. Movie begins at 7:30 p.m. Photo: Hailey Bollinger
The Stars in Your Eyes at Burnet Woods 7-8 p.m. Feb. 15. Wolff Planetarium, 3251 Brookline Ave., Corryville Keep your eyes on the stars and feet on the ground at Wolff Planetarium, where you’ll spend a dreamy evening under the planetarium’s night sky, hearing excellent love stories and making your way through the seasons. Seating is limited; call for reservations. Photo: Nick Swartsell
The Sleeping Beauty presented by the Cincinnati Ballet Feb. 14-17. $40. Cincinnati Music Hall, 1241 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine They say if you dream a dream more than once, it’ll for sure come true. Get swept away by a magical performance of The Sleeping Beauty by the Cincinnati Ballet. Allow graceful dance, elegant costumes and marvelous music by Tchaikovsky to transport you in this fairy tale favorite on Valentine’s Day and throughout the weekend. Photo via cballet.org
Valentine’s Love Jam at U.S. Bank Arena 9 p.m. Feb. 14. $39-$125. U.S. Bank Arena, 100 Broadway St., Downtown Calling all Cincinnati R&B fans: Get ready to jam with your special someone while listening to talented R&B musicians perform. The Valentine’s Love Jam at U.S. Bank Arena will feature Tyrese, Avant, Dru Hill, Next and Grammy-award winning artists 112. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Photo via usbankarena.com
Footlighters Presents First Date at The Stained Glass Theatre 8-10 p.m. daily Feb. 14-16. The Stained Glass Theatre, 802 York St., Newport If you’re looking for a Valentine’s Day show, head over to the Stained Glass Theatre to see First Date, presented by Footlighters. This show follows a blind date that takes an unexpected turn. Photo via Facebook.com/TheFootlighters
Valentine’s Treats hosted by Sugar Innovations 3-5 p.m. Feb. 10. $80. Findlay Kitchen, 1719 Elm St., Over-the-Rhine Drip, drizzle and decorate chocolate strawberries, apples and pretzels with your loved one while sipping on beer and wine and nibbling on some appetizers. If you and your plus-one are selected for best completed chocolate design, you can expect a prize to commemorate your talents. Photo via Facebook.com/ValentinesTreatsEventPage
Let’s Stay Together Couples Date Night – Be My Valentine Edition at Sweet Sistah Splash 7-10 p.m. Feb. 9. $15-$25. Sweet Sistah Splash, 1218 Sycamore St., Over-the-Rhine Let’s get together and let’s stay together at Sweet Sistah Splash for Couples Date Night to reconnect and appreciate each other’s company. The evening will have intimate music and dancing in the candlelight, games and small bites. The event will host a wine tasting, with couples being encouraged to bring their favorite wine. The couple whose wine receives the most love receives a special gift basket. Photo via Facebook.com/SweetSistahSplashValentinesEventPage